LAS VEGAS — Paolo Banchero It was the Orlando Magic He won plenty in his two Summer League contests. The Magic decided enough was enough.
The No. After scoring 20 points, six assists, and five rebounds in two games in Las Vegas, the No. 1 pick is now getting the rest off summer league. The Magic made this decision in order to assess other players and to determine who might merit a roster spot, or G League opportunity.
Jamahl Mosley, Magic coach, stated that he wanted to give other players a chance to play and show their potential. “That’s what summer league is all about, you know? Give them a chance…an opportunity for these guys to show their potential. And we’ve seen the best of Paolo.
Magic is also expected to give Admiral Schofield R.J. Hampton The remainder of the summer league is off, which means that players have more time to make Las Vegas appearances. Mosley stated that Banchero received all the benefits of the summer experience.
Mosley stated that Mosley’s understanding of how he should react in certain situations and the concepts we are preaching defensively and offensively is growing. He’s watching film together and observing these things. He tells me about the things he sees in the floor. Even though it is only two games, when you watch the film sessions you notice how much he is registering. That’s how you can decide if it’s time to let the other guys have those moments.
Meanwhile, San Antonio Spurs Guard Josh Primo was removed from Monday’s game against The Houston Rockets He was then subject to the NBA’s safety, health and security protocols. Primo, who averaged 15.2 points and 4.5 assists during two games in Vegas with the NBA, will probably miss the remainder of summer league.
This story was contributed by the Associated Press.